With Englewood’s summer humidity and sudden storms, older brick chimneys in neighborhoods like Brookside or near Cucharas Park can hide hidden damage. Now’s the time to inspect before fall use—before cracks, creosote, or failing liners turn a cozy fire into a costly repair.
Is your Englewood brick chimney hiding cracks from this winter’s freeze-thaw cycles?
Englewood’s winters are tough on masonry, especially for homes built before the 1980s. The freeze-thaw cycle can turn hairline cracks in older brickwork into gaping gaps by summer, letting water seep in and weaken the structure. If you see white efflorescence (chalky residue) or hear a hollow sound when tapping the bricks, those aren’t just cosmetic issues—they’re warning signs. Schedule a masonry inspection now before the monsoon season worsens the damage. We’ll check the mortar joints, crown, and flashing for you.
Why Englewood’s summer humidity makes creosote removal urgent for older fireplaces?
Older Englewood homes with original flues often have decades of creosote buildup, which absorbs summer humidity and swells, narrowing the flue. This isn’t just a fire hazard—it’s a carbon monoxide risk. If your fireplace smells like campfire even when unused, or you notice black soot on the damper, that’s creosote liquefying and coating your flue. Don’t wait for a chimney fire to act. We offer creosote removal tailored to Englewood’s older masonry chimneys, including relining if needed.
Should Englewood homeowners with original chimney liners consider upgrades before fall?
Many Englewood homes built in the 1960s–70s have clay tile liners that crack under temperature shifts or shift during ground settling. If your liner is missing chunks or shows signs of spalling, it’s only a matter of time before heat escapes into the masonry, causing further damage. Upgrading to a stainless steel liner now—before fall’s first cold snap—can prevent costly chimney liner installation. We service Englewood and nearby areas like Littleton and Centennial, so book a free estimate today.